(d) Special construction requirements and equipment.
(e) Design and Construction Cost Estimates.
(f) Design and Construction Schedules.
(g) Normal and special performance requirements.
(h) Estimated monthly operating costs.
(i) Recommendations, including justification data.
(3) Requests for authority for the acquisition of land and acquisition and/or major
alterations of structures will include or be accompanied by:
(a) Site map.
(b) General plans and description.
(c) Estimate of cost, to include all appurtenances except tools and shop equipment.
(d) Proposed dates for preparation of detailed plans and specifications.
(e) Approximate date desired to commence construction, and total estimated construction
period.
(f) Availability of funds for completion of plans and for construction.
c. Preparation and Approval of Plans and Specifications.
(1) The preparation and approval of plans and specifications for the construction and/or
alteration of all plant and equipment will be in accordance with the provisions stated below.
Where design memorandums are required, plans and specifications will be based upon the
provisions of the approved design memorandums.
(2) Plans and specifications for floating plant within the MSC Commander delegation of
authority (paragraph 7-5.d) will be prepared by, or under the jurisdiction of the using District and
approved by the MSC Commander having jurisdiction. However, all designs incorporating
inboard mounted internal combustion engines will be forwarded to the Marine Design Center for
review and comment prior to advertising. Vessels less than 26 feet in length may be excepted
from this review provided certification can be furnished that construction will be in compliance
with applicable standards of the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC). This review will
include evaluation of safety equipment and requirements along with the mechanical, electrical,
and structural details of the plant. A copy of the final plans, specification, and shop drawings will
be furnished directly to the Marine Design Center for information and record purposes.
(3) Plans and specifications for floating plant for which an exception has been granted
under (2) above will be prepared by, or under the supervision of the using District and approved
by the MSC Commander having the jurisdiction. A copy of the approved plans and specifications
will be furnished the Marine Design Center for review and comment prior to advertising. A copy
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